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229 Center Street

Naperville, IL 60540
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,576

Sqft

Acres0.19

Acre(Lot)

In the HEART OF NAPERVILLE'S coveted HISTORIC DISTRICT, this timeless home offers the perfect blend of charm, character, and an unbeatable WALK TO EVERYTHING LIFESTYLE. Located just THREE BLOCKS from downtown Naperville's acclaimed dining and shopping, and only ONE BLOCK from the METRA STATIOM and the DUPAGE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Naperville history in one of the city's most sought after locations. WALK TO ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLS while enjoying all the conveniences of downtown living right outside your door. Inside, this beautifully maintained 3 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH home showcases stunning REFINISHED HARDWOOD FLOORS completed in 2026, adding warmth and elegance throughout. The UPDATED KITCHEN blends modern functionality with classic charm , creating a welcoming space for everyday living and entertaining alike. Relax on the inviting FRONT PORCH, unwind on the BACK PORCH, or entertain guests on the NEWLY ADDED PAVER PATIO overlooking the expansive FENCED BACKYARD. This LARGE CORNER LOT has fresh sod and professional landscaping completed in 2025. The OVERSIZED DETACHED GARAGE is a STANDOUT FEATURE rarely found in the Historic District. FULLY INSULATED and equipped with its own HVAC SYSTEM, it offers ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES for hobby space, workshop, fitness area, or additional entertaining. Recent UPGRADES to the garage include a durable polyurea floor coating in 2024 and a 100-amp electrical subpanel added in 2023. Major improvements to the home provide peace of mind, including HVAC and HOT WATER HEATER replaced in 2021. UPDATED 200-amp electrical service. Homes offering this combination of HISTORIC CHARACTER, MODERN UPDATES, EXCEPTIONAL OUTDOOR SPACE, and PREMIER downtown Naperville LOCATION RARELY become available. This is MORE THAN A HOME, it is a LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY buyers will not want to miss.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $665,000

AD Id : 79227286

MLS Id : MRD12657092

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.19 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,576

Year Built : 1900

Garage : 2

County : DuPage

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 3 Room Types: Pantry

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 6

    Interior Features

    Built-in Features, Bookcases Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Laundry Features: Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink

    Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet Construction Materials: Cedar
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Lake Michigan

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1900

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 150 x 55 Lot Description: Corner Lot Lot Acres: 0.19 Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$665000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $10791 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 0818126001 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 8 Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 2

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Ellsworth Elementary School Junior High School: Washington Junior High School Senior High School: Naperville North High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan
  • Location Information

    City: Naperville Direction: Take Washington St and turn east on School St. Turn north on Center St.
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MLS: MRED #12657092 LISTED BY: Elizabeth Heavener, Keller Williams Infinity 630-778-5800 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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